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The Politics of Feminism: It's Not All about Gender

Democrat Hillary Clinton would be the first woman president, but many self-styled "feminists" are not supporting her candidacy. Some advocates of women's rights back Bernie Sanders, while Republican Carly Fiorina insists that she and other conservatives are also "feminists." The idea has evolved from the suffragettes to Roe v.

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By Warren Olney • Feb 3, 2016 • 34m Listen

Democrat Hillary Clinton would be the first woman president, but many self-styled "feminists" are not supporting her candidacy. Some advocates of women's rights back Bernie Sanders, while Republican Carly Fiorina insists that she and other conservatives are also "feminists." The idea has evolved from the suffragettes to Roe v. Wade to Betty Friedan to Beyoncé. Different opinions between and within generations could make a difference in this year's primary elections.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Vice President of Talk Programming, KCRW

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    Producer, 'To the Point'

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    Independent Producer

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    national correspondent for TIME

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    Georgetown University

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    Empowered Women

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